Summary

Dr. Hitendra Patel treats carcinoid tumors, clinical trials, and gastrointestinal cancer, and performs intravenous chemotherapy. He has practiced oncology for 31 years and is affiliated with University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center. Dr. Patel earned his medical degree from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College and sees patients in San Diego, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Patel 4.78 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 31 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

3855 Health Sciences Drive Moores Cancer CenterSan Diego, CA 92037
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Diego , CASan Clemente , CALa Jolla , CALa Mesa , CA
Med School: Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Hitendra Patel

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Empire Plan
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Hitendra Patel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Hitendra Patel has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Anemia
  • Cancer
  • Check-up
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Heartburn
  • Hepatitis C
  • Immunization
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Multiple Myeloma (Cancer of Plasma Cells)
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Oncologist
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Hitendra Patel holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College in 1995.

NPI Number

Hitendra Patel's NPI number is 1356327316.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hitendra Patel accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Hitendra Patel accepts on their Vitals profile.
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What languages does Hitendra Patel speak?
Hitendra Patel speaks English.
Where is Hitendra Patel's office located?
Hitendra Patel's office is located at 3855 Health Sciences Drive Moores Cancer Center, San Diego, CA, 92037.
Is Hitendra Patel accepting new patients?
Hitendra Patel is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Hitendra Patel's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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